Maison Bonaparte
Napoleon's birthplace, now a national museum devoted to the Bonaparte family.
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Ajaccio: airports, things to do and where to stay
Ajaccio, Corsica's capital and Napoleon's birthplace, sits on a wide gulf ringed by mountains. It combines an old town of narrow streets, museums and beaches a few minutes from the centre.
Ajaccio airports
From the airport to central Ajaccio
Ajaccio Napoléon Bonaparte airport is about 5 km from central Ajaccio.
Muvistrada 8
City bus line between the airport, the train station and central Ajaccio (about 20 min). Less frequent in winter.
Taxi
Rank outside the terminal. The ride to central Ajaccio takes about 15 min.
Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Ajaccio?
Ajaccio is served by Ajaccio Napoléon Bonaparte (AJA).
How far is the airport from central Ajaccio?
Ajaccio Napoléon Bonaparte airport is about 5 km from central Ajaccio.
How do I get from the airport to central Ajaccio?
From Ajaccio Napoléon Bonaparte airport you can take Muvistrada 8 (bus) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Ajaccio?
Highlights of Ajaccio include Maison Bonaparte, Citadelle d'Ajaccio, Cathédrale Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption, Palais Fesch, and Îles Sanguinaires.
Photo credits
- Maison Bonaparte: febs, CC BY 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Citadelle d'Ajaccio: Pierre Bona, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Cathédrale Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption: Myrabella, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Palais Fesch: Pierre Bona, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Îles Sanguinaires: Isiwal, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons